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The Return of the King (The Lord of the Rings, Book 3)

J. R. R. Tolkien

Summary

The third and final volume of J. R. R. Tolkien’s epic trilogy brings the sweeping saga of Middle-earth to a powerful conclusion. The narrative unfolds across the aftermath of desperate choices, the clash of armies, and the profound burden of stewardship and courage. Tolkien deftly blends mythic grandeur with intimate struggles, offering readers both an epic adventure and a meditation on sacrifice, hope, and renewal.

  • Leadership arises in unexpected places, as individuals are called to rise beyond their perceived limits.
  • The corrupting nature of absolute power is embodied in the struggle for the One...

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